It’s been over 50 years since Nixon declared a War on Cancer, predicting to end cancer by 1978. Nixon’s declaration of “war” empowered congress to budget billions of dollars for research.
What have we gotten for the hundreds of billions of dollars and five decades of research?
From the Bench, AACR Annual Meeting 2026: Innovative Tools Uncover New Insights Into Cancer American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
The latest edition of our “From the Bench” series examines creative research approaches presented at the AACR Annual Meeting 2026 enabling new insights into cancer.
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From War to Recovery: How Global Collaboration Sustains Cancer Research and Care in Ukraine American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
Amid disruption in Ukraine, international partnerships are preserving oncology progress—and building the foundation for long-term recovery.
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AI Empowers Patients to Navigate Cancer Care American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
An AACR Patient Advocate Forum assembled a panel of experts to discuss how AI tools can help advance cancer research and educate patients.
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Editors’ Picks, April 2026: Immunotherapy-boosting Bacteria, GLP-1 Agonists for Breast Cancer Survivors, and More American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
In April 2026, AACR’s journals editors highlighted studies on cancer survivors taking GLP-1 agonists, an immunotherapy-boosting bacteria, and more.
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A Shared Path Toward Cancer Progress American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
Patient advocates from the AACR Scientist↔Survivor Program shared their research on cancer during the AACR Annual Meeting 2026.
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Intercepting Oral Cancer, Sparing Surgery, Preserving Quality of Life American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
Injecting immunotherapy directly into precancerous oral lesions may be an effective way to prevent progression to cancer without surgery.
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Five Kilometers, 3.11 Miles, and $230,000 for Cancer Science: Running for Research at the AACR Annual Meeting American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
A few AACR Runners for Research shared their thoughts as they prepare to pound some pavement and raise money at the AACR Annual Meeting 2026.
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How Does the Most Important Cancer Research Meeting in the World Come Together? American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
A look behind the scenes into the planning of the AACR Annual Meeting, including the scientific program, conference logistics, and more.
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About 80% of breast cancer biopsies turn out benign – new imaging tool promises clearer diagnoses and fewer biopsies Science + Tech – The Conversation
Ultrasound is often used in breast cancer screening, but it can often provide inconclusive results. Combining it with near-infrared light can help patients avoid the anxiety and cost of a biopsy.
How long young cancer patients survive often depends on the insurance they have Health – The Conversation
Whether a young person has public or private insurance – or is uninsured or underinsured – significantly influences their risk of death across many cancer types.